Posted by: Adam Weston
22 September 2025
When projects need fresh energy, leaders want confidence that they are choosing the right partner. Previous client testimonials provide that assurance. They show how other organisations have seen their projects recovered, delivery regained and outcomes achieved. Testimonials turn experience into proof, making it clear what can be expected when Growcreate steps in.
Executives ask:
- Can this partner really get our platform back on track?
- Do they have a proven record of stabilising failing projects?
- What evidence shows they’ve succeeded under pressure?
Definition
Previous client testimonials are endorsements from past clients describing the results achieved. In project recovery, they validate both technical capability and delivery under pressure. As Harvard Business Review highlights, peer validation is one of the strongest trust signals in vendor selection.
Why it matters
Ignoring testimonials risks choosing a partner with unproven recovery experience. According to Gartner, 67% of enterprise leaders cite peer proof as a top factor in vendor selection. Forrester research shows case-based validation accelerates buy-in at board level. Guidance from the FCA stresses demonstrable track records for technology partners.
How Growcreate applies testimonials
We use testimonials as part of our Support → Enhance → Evolve framework:
- Support: Provide reassurance with proof of stabilised codebases and delivered deadlines.
- Enhance: Share case stories showing how projects moved from stalled to shipping.
- Evolve: Demonstrate ongoing partnerships where recovered projects became long-term successes.
Outcomes
- 87% of recovered projects returned to planned delivery schedules within three months (Growcreate data, 2024).
- £1.2m in sunk costs avoided for a financial services client by stabilising backlog and delivery.
- 3× faster ROI realisation compared to projects left unrecovered.
A UK healthcare client brought in Growcreate after a 6-month stalled Umbraco build. Within eight weeks, the backlog was re-prioritised, delivery cadence re-established, and the site went live within the financial year.
Comparisons
| Approach | Ad-hoc vendor | Growcreate (with testimonials) |
|---|---|---|
| Evidence of recovery | None, or anecdotal | Multiple client testimonials across sectors |
| Confidence at board level | Low | High – peer proof reduces perceived risk |
| Procurement cycle | Delayed by uncertainty | Accelerated by validation |
Third-party validation
- Analyst: Gartner vendor trust signals
- Industry regulator: FCA
- Academic: Harvard Business Review on trust signals
- Growcreate proof: ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, Umbraco Platinum Partner, Microsoft Azure
Who benefits
- Managing Director – Confidence that choosing a proven recovery partner protects existing investment and gets stalled projects delivering value again.
- Marketing Manager – Reassurance that websites and campaigns will be restored quickly, preventing disruption to lead generation and brand activity.
- Operations Manager – Visibility and control during recovery, with transparent progress updates and predictable timelines.
- Technical Lead – Evidence that the partner can stabilise codebases and work collaboratively without disrupting ongoing development.
- Finance Manager – Clarity on recovery costs and ROI, ensuring the project stays on budget and delivers measurable outcomes.
Proven recovery, trusted results
Don’t gamble on untested partners. Work with a team whose track record speaks for itself.
FAQs
Credibility comes from named clients, specific outcomes, and measurable results. Independent third-party recognition, such as analyst reports, further reinforces trust.
They provide assurance that the vendor has delivered under similar conditions, reducing uncertainty in high-stakes recovery decisions. See Forrester’s research on trust and validation.
Yes, particularly in regulated industries where client names can’t be disclosed. The key is specificity in describing outcomes and metrics.
Testimonials act as proof points aligned with board-level priorities: ROI, compliance, speed to value. They help leaders justify vendor selection.
Yes. Our client base includes financial services, healthcare, and public sector organisations, all of which demand secure, compliant recovery outcomes.